differences between ability and capability

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I have checked the differences between ability and capability from the old threads. But I am still not able to figure out the differences. Please help.

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I have checked the differences between ability and capability from the old threads. But I am still not able to figure out the differences. Please help.

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In many contexts each could be used interchangeably, but "ability" is used primarily in reference to persons, whereas "capability" can be used in reference to objects.
 

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In many contexts each could be used interchangeably, but "ability" is used primarily in reference to persons, whereas "capability" can be used in reference to objects.

Age affects the range of a person's capabilities.
(the capability of the above sentence is in reference to person)

So, shall I say the usage of ability and capabilites are all depends on the situations?

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Age affects the range of a person's capabilities.
(the capability of the above sentence is in reference to person)

So, shall I say the usage of ability and capabilites [STRIKE]are all depends [/STRIKE] depend on the situations? You have my permission.:)

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